Pre-approve
with a bank or mortgage lender to find out how much of a house you
can afford.
Develop a checklist
of characteristics you want in a home.
Determine what
type of neighborhood you want to live in. Determine
what facilities and amenities you want in your community or nearby.
Let your broker
know your likes and dislikes and prioritize them for yourself and
your broker. Eliminate houses as you search, keeping no more than
three to five possibilities at one time.
Be prepared to
make an offer and leave a deposit when you find the house you want.
When you find
the home you are interested in, keep in mind these questions:
- How long has
this home been on the market?
- Is this the
first time the home has been listed by this seller?
- Does the home
and property have any easements attached? (public or private)
- What items
in the home are included or excluded from the sale? (washer/dryer,
refrigerator, window treatments, lighting fixtures, etc.)
- Has there been
any price reduction on the home during its listing period?
- What is the
price range of other homes that have sold in the neighborhood?
- What are the
demographics of the neighborhood?
- What is the
average time homes have been on the market in this neighborhood
or area?
Contact
Beth:
Office:
619.226.7800 ext 226
Direct:
619.602.9610
Email
: beth@bethzedaker.com